It was me and Andrea G's second time at one of the events that Bayside Village BID organized. This…read moretime around the streets of Bell Blvd from 39th to 41st Ave was blocked off due to their 4th Annual Bell Blvd Sunday Stroll. We met up with my bestie Diana G (sister of Andrea G) and her precious kiddies for a Sunday Funday. There were inflatable slides, bungee, shooting hoops, ring toss, and many more. The longest line was for these incredible balloons from a real estate company and I saw a kid holding a rainbow one. Live performances especially the first band playing covers of Goo Goo Dolls which was a sick performance *applause* I am always scouting out new bands to promote on my YouTube channel https://youtu.be/W2tZJp_T87M. There were also dance performances and the kids were super duper talented. Many awesome restaurants on Bell especially Nippon Cha! I grabbed brunch with my favorite sisters and the precious kiddies. Definitely ramen season as the temperature drastically changed from Friday to over the weekend. Another yummy donut pop up from Black Label Donuts (flavors included Matcha Crème Brulee, Raspberry Lychee, and Funky Monkey) at Nippon Cha as they were serving their yummy Matcha drinks! #representbayside Best borough Queens yo!

Basic problem with the Bid is they really only do one thing for local businesses, with a $250,000…read moreannual budget. We are getting the same substandard promotions from when the bid had a $80,000 budget. Where are they spending the money? They spend over $80,000 per year hiring people to clean our sidewalks of garbage when it is the store owners job to do it themselves by law. Will not allow NY sanitation issue violations to those who do not clean in front of their own businesses. Wouldn't you think we could use that money to pay for advertising Bayside and the diverse community we live in??? No money for advertising they believe that newspapers should supply free ads...We also pay over $65,000 per year for management to run the bid. Between these two items it cost local businesses over 60% of the total budget. INSANE! Bayside is not growing our diverse communities shop elsewhere!

APEC is a true treasure to the local community. A place that welcomes all no matter your age or…read morebackground, the center acts like a third space! Operating on donations and community funds to share love and respect for nature to all. I've been coming here since I was 10, when they had the other space, and I'm happy to see they have renovated! All of the animals are very cared for. For those who say the animals are confined to a small space, I want to let you know that they aren't. They're taken out both in the mornings before opening, and in the afternoon after they're closed to the public. The birds are not let out during typical business hours for the most part because of the risk of them flying away hence the locked entrance which requires you to ring a doorbell. This is only for their safety, but be assured that they are happy! If they weren't they would definitely show signs of distress like plucking or other nervous behaviors. You can go in and get a free tour, get shown animals and even have the opportunity to pet some of the guinea pigs for example. I believe this is such a vital part of the Queens community. The staff take good care of the surrounding trails, and even have food drives and clothes drives for the community. Wonderful place to visit always.

Beautiful park!…read more Trails are pretty clearly marked! Bathrooms are cleaned and I saw a guy appearing to be sanitizing the women's room. During warmer weather, you will see everything from tai-chi classes, yoga, zumba, volleyball, soccer, bird watching, Frisbee etc. This is a great meeting location for all that love the outdoors and being active. The NYC Parks Department usually list all the activities on their website. Also a good spot for barbecuing or picnicking. The grills and tables are provided.

The place is in the heart of Bayside, Queens just off Bell Blvd and 42nd Ave. It's very clean and…read morewell maintained. The rooms are spacious and perfect for hosting a class or seminar. I've taken classes here and conducted some trainings myself at this facility. The ability to present materials across their in-house large screen TV's is a big bonus. I would highly recommend this space to anyone looking to host a training event in Queens, NY. They also offer a variety of classes from first aid, conceal carry safety classes, CPR, plus so much more.

From the owner: Train with confidence at BVAC Rescue & Medicine in Bad Places Training Center in Bayside, Queens…read more We provide hands-on CPR, first aid, CCW, tactical medical, and emergency preparedness courses built for real-world response.

I have referred many families to RMHLI in my 26 year Pediatric Nursing career. Only recently have I…read morebegin to understand how amazing this facility and organization is. As a clinical nursing instructor, I have arranged to tour the facility with my nursing students the past 3 semesters. The house itself is architecturally beautiful, having undergone a remarkable transformation a few years ago. Top designers and architects donated time, resources and expertise in creating a 5 star experience. Think lux hotel, an oasis for pediatric patients and their families who require hospitalization at one of the area hospitals. Common rooms themed to comfort children and provide diversion and relief from the impact that their illness has. Amenities for family members include a gym, meditation room, business center, tv and video game rooms and laundry. The themed bedrooms are beyond words. There are also outdoor patios and gardens. There are always volunteer groups home cooking meals and baking daily on premises to feed weary families. The aromas are intoxicating. Ronald McDonald House brings a sense of normalcy and belonging back to those affected by a child's illness. I highly recommend volunteering your time or considering a donation to this worthy organization, and to my fellow pediatric healthcare providers, please consider this resource for families in need!

The Ronald McDonald house staff was very friendly and accommodating during our stay. The room was…read moregreat for our family, it was so convenient for us to be able to stay next door to the hospital while our son was hospitalized. They offered dinners nightly, which was helpful. Each family has kitchen space with a pantry and refrigerator on the main floor, there's pots and pans for cooking and baking, makes you feel at home away from home. We are so thankful for the RMH!

Great place! This hidden gem is filled with all sorts of things. The proceeds of the sales go to…read moreAnimal Welfare. The volunteers are wonderful and the store, although packed with items, is clean and organized. Go there and take a look - so much to look at! Check out their website for a sampling of what's in the store: https://www.theworthypause.org

It is a very very very small store that is packed with a lot of different things. If you are…read moreespecially looking for small kitchen appliances, they had a lot of them. I shop for cds, dvds, and blue-rays, which this store doesn't carry due to limited space. I saw a few books for sale, but I didn't see a bookshelf full of books for sale. Therefore, for me, the store is not on my list of stores to visit regularly. However, if you don't shop for what I shop for, this store could be for you. The women who worked there were very nice and helpful. Parking there is a bit difficult, but you can find parking, even if you have to pay for a parking meter. There is no parking lot. The store is located a few blocks off Bell Boulevard. The store supports animal charities, which is a great cause.

They used to have a senior housing expert at the 62nd Drive location who was professional and…read morecompetent but he resigned and moved to California. Since then (Dec 2023) it has declined. My SCRIE took almost 6 months into 2024 to get renewed and the handling of my efforts to get a rent redetermination have so far been a complete failure. They do not always keep appointments so call before you go there. I had an appointment for help with my SNAP at the Pomonack Senior center on Kissena Blvd and the guy, Francisco, didn't even show up for it.

In terms of a non-profit, it's hard not to get behind the initiatives of Queens Community House…read more(QCH). They have a number of locations throughout the borough, but this Forest Hills location is among their busiest. It's been under some much needed renovation as of this summer and will hopefully be an even better facility for the community. While their mission to help enrich the greater Queens community has always been at the forefront, their work during the pandemic has been especially noble: they provided and partnered with local businesses to help distribute meals to those in need, provided aid to the homeless, and services for new immigrants. There's a lot more that they've done that I've missed, but that's just some of the ways they're doing good for all. I used to think this was like a local YMCA or children's center, but they really help individuals of all ages. In addition to childcare, they also have programs for teens and adults, and programming to help empower folks in the workforce. In addition, they have programs for after-school activities, LGBTQ youth, free English classes, and venue space for those who are looking to host for special occasions. They're always looking for new volunteers and for families / individuals in need of aid / assistance.

I was having problems with my heart. I ended up in the hospital. Long story short. I have a…read moretherapist that recommended Pastor Steve and Homeless LONG ISLAND came through and helped out very fast. Asked me what I needed. I still don't believe that I am where I am right now I'm doing a lot better

From the owner: Are you homeless? Or about to go homeless? ​…read moreAre you living in your car, or in the streets, or are you about to be evicted, are you couch surfing? Do you feel hopeless and scared? Are you about to lose your house to foreclosure? Were you served eviction papers? We are here to help you. We have been helping the homeless and those close to becoming homeless since 2007.

We recently held my daughter's birthday party at Let's Craft. Karrie was very helpful in connecting…read moreme with creative ideas for my daughter's age group and designing activities that would appeal to a group with varying ages. We enjoyed the Taylor Swift visit and songs, lip gloss making, cupcakes and tote decorating activities! Her suggestion on food choice via a nearby vendor was also perfect for the occasion. Overall, the venue/space was spacious, the staff were helpful and warm, and guests had a wonderful time! Thanks to Karrie and all her team. Highly recommend (esp the 360 camera!).

We had my daughter's 9th birthday party at Let's Craft and it was a hit! The owner, Karrie, helped…read moreme customize all aspects of the party (from crafts chosen, to food, to music and decorations). Everyone in attendance had a wonderful time crafting (we chose stuffed animal puppies, complete with hearts, collars, and tshirts, as well as lava lip glosses). The store is gorgeous, clean and sophisticated, and the staff that helped the kids craft that day were friendly and knowledgeable. It was also great that the parking lot was nearby and covered (it was raining heavily that day - but we didn't get wet at all!) I highly recommend Let's Craft for your next kids birthday party or ladies night out... I will surely go back!!!

I had my Sneakerevent here highly recommend a very nice and calm environment will definitely be…read morehaving another event there on July 9, 2023

The program for after school is pretty good. They do a lot with the kids. The staff is very…read morefriendly with the kids and parents. They have various programs throughout the week and they also offer full day services for when school is out. The only downsides to me are: A. They could have more learning related activities or choices for parents to select from. B. Not really a downside but something to be aware of is that they are closed on some Jewish holidays when school is in session. The plus side is that they do offer a summer camp that our little one really enjoyed. The counselors who work in the after school may also be counselors in the summer so it does offer some continuity for the kids where they can see similar faces and friends.